Gov. Ivey awards funds for abuse cases in central Alabama

April 1, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a total of $161,157 to assist victims of domestic violence, sexual assault and other types of abuse in eight central Alabama counties. The grants will be used to provide shelter and related services for victims, while some funds will be used for training. Funds will assist victims in […]

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Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist victims in southwest Alabama

April 1, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded six grants totaling more than $200,000 in southwest Alabama to assist victims of domestic violence and other types of assault while stepping up efforts to prosecute offenders. The grants will provide shelter and related services for victims in Baldwin, Choctaw, Clarke, Conecuh, Escambia, Mobile, Monroe and Washington counties. […]

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Gov. Ivey announces grant to upgrade sewer system in Notasulga

March 27, 2025

MONTGOMERY — Gov. Kay Ivey has announced a $500,000 grant to help the town of Notasulga alleviate a potential health hazard while improving infrastructure services for residents. The grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission, a federal-state partnership program, will assist Notasulga in repairing deteriorating sewer lines in the downtown area. The project will help prevent […]

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Kenneth W. Boswell, Director

The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) is committed to positively impacting Alabama communities through the agency’s grant programs and services that aim to spur community development and economic development.

Through partnerships with local governments, nonprofit groups, state and federal agencies, and other agencies, the men and women of ADECA work every day to improve the quality of life for Alabamians.

I am pleased to welcome you to our website, and I invite you to explore our Department’s various program areas and divisions. ADECA programs are as diverse as the people of Alabama and impact every corner of the state. We are here to serve, so please do not hesitate to contact us.